In the last couple of months we’ve heard more about the dangers of Ebola and tuberculosis than we have about the perils of influenza, despite the fact Canadians are more likely to be felled by a case of the flu than either one of those deadly diseases.

The Jesus flag is not welcome at city hall. Councillors agreed Monday night with a report from city administration to deny a request to fly a flag in support of the annual March for Jesus scheduled for Aug. 22.